Nasir comes closest to being an unqualified success. Those still hoping for the return of ruthless adolescent Nasty Nas will be disappointed--although recent allegations of spousal abuse from ex-wife Kelis cast a troubling shadow--but his voice is thick with middle-aged grit and gravitas. There are some slight missteps, like West’s tedious hook on Everything, but Nasir proves Nas’ ongoing relevance as one of New York’s biggest living rappers, with the best overall production and best quality control since Illmatic: the curse may finally be lifting.
| A1 | Not For Radio | 3:22 |
| A2 | Cops Shot The Kid | 2:47 |
| A3 | White Label | 2:58 |
| A4 | Bonjour | 3:21 |
| B1 | Everything | 7:32 |
| B2 | Adam And Eve | 4:10 |
| B3 | Simple Things | 2:19 |
